Teacher of Mathematics

Teacher of Mathematics – South Island School (Full-Time Starting August 2026)Key ResponsibilitiesSouth Island School seeks to appoint an outstanding Teacher of Mathematics, to teach a combination of IBDP, IGCSE and MYP. Previous experience with any or all of these curricula would be an advantage, though this is not essential for a teacher with the right overall skill set.The successful applicant will be a highly skilled teacher, with the ability to motivate, inspire and engage with students in creative and innovative ways, both within and outside the classroom – with the overall goal of ensuring excellent educational outcomes for our students. The successful applicant will also be a pastoral tutor, as well as contributing widely to the extra-curricular life of the school. The position will be a full-time renewable contract for an initial one-year period from August 2026. Support with obtaining Hong Kong residence will be provided if necessary.The RoleTeachers at SIS are expected to be committed and flexible. Regular duties include:Planning lessons to meet each student’s individual learning needs and ensure excellent outcomes, in line with our Schemes of Learning;Using a range of appropriate strategies for positive classroom management, including the use of flexible groupings and structured inquiry, in line with the IBO philosophy;Enhancing learning through a range of well-considered resources, including digital technologies;Maintaining a well-organised and stimulating learning environment;Assessing students in relation to agreed learning outcomes;Providing clear and constructive feedback to students and their parents, in line with South Island School reporting systems;Working closely with the Mathematics faculty on future developments and shared planning;Working as a tutor for a group of students, within the Pastoral Learning Curriculum;Engaging actively with the Making a Difference, Values in Action and Expanding Horizons extra-curricular programmes.Teaching in Hong KongHong Kong is a premier destination for expatriate and local teachers! ESF Teachers enjoy an extremely lucrative salary package and a very high standard of living overall, in an exciting and vibrant world city. The teaching profession is highly respected, student motivation and outcomes are excellent, and all teachers receive considerable support from ESF and SIS with settling into Hong Kong, and in their professional development. Please feel free to contact us in advance about life in Hong Kong if you feel a conversation on this topic would be helpful. RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in Education, orBachelor’s Degree, as well as a PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education), or equivalent Please email the Principal’s PA, Ms Zin Mogg, if you have any questions: zmogg@sis.edu.hk Thank you again for your interest in this role.Closing Date: By 8.00am Hong Kong time on Friday 17th April 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and offers may be extended prior to the job closing date.By applying for this position, your application may be considered for other opportunities (senior-level roles, head of department, etc.) within ESF.ESF is an Equal Opportunities EmployerThe English Schools Foundation (ESF) is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunities. ESF will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy,